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He was a star of the Kings’ 2014 summer-league team and earned a roster spot as an undrafted rookie from Oregon State. He was cut in August before his contract for this season became guaranteed, but he re-signed and made the squad.

Moreland is 6-foot-10, athletic and brings an attitude that embraces playing defense – a lot of the things the Kings could use on the court.

There’s just no guarantee there will be playing time available.

“I think Eric’s an NBA player, but how do you get him minutes to build some type of continuity and confidence in his skills?” Karl said. “It’s kind of a quandary for me. I think Willie (Cauley-Stein) is a guy that needs as many minutes as I can give him and (Quincy Acy has) been very good in that energy role, helping us throughout things. I trust Kosta (Koufos) and Cuz (DeMarcus Cousins), so he’s a fifth big.”

Moreland played in five games this season before his injury.

“The window (to play) might open up in the next 15 games,” Karl said.

Depleted backcourt – Rajon Rondo (right thumb sprain, right shoulder contusion and turf toe), Marco Belinelli (sore right ankle) and Ben McLemore (fractured finger) were all out with injuries Wednesday, leaving the Kings with only three healthy guards.

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